Belle Isle has a host of great things to do, whether you have children in tow or just want a day alone. As the weather continues to delight with spring-like temperatures, metro Detroit families may be itching to get out of the house and enjoy the outdoors.

Visiting the iconic park can be an all-day adventure — or just a quick stop for some fantastic photos.

Supporters of the fountain won out and construction of it and the nearby life-sized statue ended up costing $500,000. At dusk, the fountain puts on a water and light show. The fountain will run June 11-Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

2) Nature Zoo

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A frog peeks up out of the water at the Belle Isle Nature Zoo in Detroit Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005.(Photo: Romain Blanquart, Detroit Free Press)

The Belle Isle Nature Zoo is the perfect location to get an up-close view of 19 species of Michigan wildlife, including the black rat snake, snapping turtles and fallow deer.

The Deer Encounter also offers a great opportunity to feed the beautiful creatures while learning about their history on Belle Isle.

Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from April to November, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. November through April. Free admission.

3) Dossin Great Lakes Museum

The Dossin Great Lakes Museum showcases the "story of the Great Lakes, with a special emphasis on Detroit's role in regional and national maritime history," according to the Detroit Historical Society's website.

The 16,000-square-foot museum has several fascinating exhibits, including the bow anchor of the legendary Edmund Fitzgerald, which sank in a Lake Superior storm on Nov. 10, 1975.

4) Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory

Satisfy your love for growing things at the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, located at the center of the island.

The historic building was designed by renowned architect Albert Kahn and opened on Aug. 18, 1904. It wasn't until 1955 that it was dedicated and renamed after Anna Scripps Whitcomb, who had donated a huge collection of orchids to Detroit.

The conservatory is divided into six distinct sections: the Vestibule, the Palm House, the Tropical House, the Cactus House, the Fernery and the Show House, which includes an outdoor lily pond.

Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission.

5) Nancy Brown Peace Carillon

A longtime columnist for the Detroit News, Nancy Brown was a well-loved figure of her time. According to the Belle Isle Conservancy website, the idea for the Peace Carillon came about after a reader suggested — and Brown promoted — a gathering for a sunrise service on the island. Thousands came out, and it became an annual event. In 1940, the 85-foot tower — created to commemorate the service — was completed and dedicated. It was funded through contributions, fund-raisers and sale of Brown's book at the cost of nearly $59,000. Brown died Oct. 7, 1948.

6) Giant Slide

Bring out your inner kid and ride down Belle Isle's giant slide. According to the Michigan DNR website, the slide opens June 8 and closes on Labor Day. Hours are Wednesday-Sunday, from noon to 8 p.m. The cost is $1 per slide or $5 for six slides.

7) Belle Isle Aquarium

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The Belle Isle Aquarium.(Photo: DIANE WEISS, Detroit Free Press)

Like they say, there's plenty of fish in the sea Belle Isle Aquarium. Home to more than 1,000 fish and 118 species of sea life, the Belle Isle Aquarium is the oldest aquarium in the U.S. Designed by architect Albert Kahn, the aquarium was closed in 2005, but reopened in 2012. According to the Belle Isle Conservancy, much of the water in the tanks was brought in directly from the ocean. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

8) Water fun

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Antonio Pewee, 8, center, cools down with his family, "Trouble," an American bulldog; his father, James Wilson, left, and mother, Yolanda Gaylor, and her Yorkie, all of Detroit in the water at the beach on Belle Isle in Detroit on Tuesday July 17, 2012.(Photo: ROMAIN BLANQUART, Detroit Free Press)

When the Detroit River warms up, be sure to dig your toes into the half-mile stretch of Belle Isle's beach or simply jump into the refreshing waters.

Getting on Belle Isle

As of last year, all vehicles entering Belle Isle will need a recreation passport. The passports allow entry year-round to Belle Isle as well as all Michigan state parks. They are available when you renew your license plate for $11 for vehicles and $5 for motorcycles. More information can be found here. Non-Michigan drivers that visit Belle Isle will pay $9 for a day pass or $31 for an annual pass. Entry is free for visitors that walk, bike or take public transportation onto the island.